atNorth Plans 350MW Data Center Campus in Norway
June 4, 2026
atNorth Plans 350MW Data Center Campus in Norway
Nordic data center operator atNorth has announced plans to develop a massive 350MW data center campus in Norway, marking one of the largest infrastructure projects in the region’s digital economy. The move underscores the growing demand for sustainable, high-capacity computing facilities driven by the expansion of artificial intelligence and cloud services across Europe.
The campus will be located in the municipality of Ringerike, approximately 50 kilometers northwest of Oslo, and will be developed in multiple phases. atNorth said the site will leverage Norway’s abundant renewable energy resources, including hydropower, to power the facility, aligning with the company’s commitment to carbon-neutral operations. The project is expected to attract hyperscale cloud providers and large enterprises seeking low-carbon data center capacity.
According to atNorth, the first phase of construction is slated to begin in late 2026, with initial capacity coming online by 2028. The full build-out of 350MW is projected to take several years, with total investment estimated at several billion Norwegian kroner. The company emphasized that the campus will incorporate advanced cooling technologies and modular design to optimize energy efficiency.
The announcement comes as Nordic countries increasingly position themselves as prime locations for energy-intensive data centers, thanks to their cool climates and clean energy grids. atNorth CEO Eirik Aaløkken noted in a statement, “This campus represents a significant step in meeting the surging demand for sustainable digital infrastructure in Europe. Norway’s stable power supply and environmental advantages make it an ideal location for this scale of investment.”
Industry analysts view the project as a bellwether for the broader trend of data center expansion into northern Europe, driven by regulatory pressures on carbon emissions and the need for reliable, low-cost power. The campus could also help alleviate capacity constraints in more saturated markets like Frankfurt, London, and Amsterdam, as enterprises seek to diversify their colocation footprints.
Source: datacenterdynamics
